Key Partners

Together, our foundation is stronger, our reach farther, and our impact greater. We are deeply honored by the support and commitment from each of our community partners!

As a Village

Providing programs in domestic violence support services, economic empowerment, and early childhood education, YWCA Spokane positively impacts the lives of thousands of community members each year. But, we don't do this work alone!

It takes partnerships with corporations, government grantors, community organizations, and individuals to collectively thrust our efforts towards a future without racism, where all women know their worth. We're so grateful for every partner on this page who makes this work possible.

Government & Community Partners

  • City of Spokane
  • Spokane County
  • Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families
  • Washington State Department of Commerce
  • Washington State Dept of Social and Health Services
  • Washington State Health Care Authority
  • Altrusa International of Spokane
  • American Kennel Club
  • Art Salvage
  • Avista Foundation
  • Ballmer Foundation
  • Bank of America - Charitable Foundation
  • Catholic Charities Eastern Washington
  • Costco Wholesale - Charitable Giving
  • Elizabeth Pool Charitable Trust
  • Empire Health Foundation
  • First Interstate Bank
  • George F. Jewett Foundation
  • Hayes Family Fund at Seattle Foundation
  • Hologic Charitable Fund - San Diego Foundation
  • Horizons Foundation
  • Innovia Foundation
  • Johnston-Fix Foundation
  • Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
  • MultiCare Health System
  • Pritchard Family Charitable Foundation
  • Providence Health Care
  • Spokane County United Way
  • STCU
  • The Seattle Foundation
  • U.S. Charitable Gift Trust
  • Umpqua Bank - Charitable Foundation
  • US Bank - Foundation
  • Washington Trust Bank
  • Women Helping Women Fund
  • Yeend Family Trust

YWCA Spokane's Giving Circles represent groups of donors making an enormous impact for the present and future of YWCA Spokane's programs and services. Members are individuals who are dedicated to advancing racial and gender equity in our region.

Learn more about the commitment and impact of each of these circles:

  • Impact Partners
  • Visionary Leaders
  • Legacy Circle

Mission Partners

Mission Partners are businesses and organizations that provide a lifeline for women, children, survivors, and families by investing a significant 3-year contribution of $100,000 or more to support this work. 

These invested leaders embody our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women and clearly understand the importance of it. Their commitment and dedication bring the promise of support and hope for those struggling with poverty, trauma, homelessness, and despair. With this help, we harvest the potential to build upon our accomplishments from the past and grow the health and sustainability of our critical programs well into the future.

The Family Justice Center

Family Justice Center At YWCA Spokane

A Community Approach to Addressing Domestic Violence

Housed in YWCA Spokane’s main office location downtown, the Family Justice Center is the home of several partner agencies that have a common goal to protect the safety of domestic violence survivors, hold domestic violence offenders accountable, and reduce incidents of domestic violence in Spokane.

The Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Team:

  • YWCA Spokane Legal Advocates
  • City and County Law Enforcement
  • Prosecutors

The Family Justice Center, identified as a national best practices approach to Domestic Violence intervention and prevention, was formed with the goal of providing coordinated services to survivors of family violence.  

The core concept is to provide one central location where survivors can go to:

  • Talk to an advocate
  • Receive information on housing and shelter
  • Access counseling and job readiness services
  • Receive free childcare
  • Meet with law enforcement officers
  • Talk with prosecutors

The ultimate goal is to help survivors move from what often is the most traumatic moment in their lives to hope, healing, safety, and stability.

Become A Partner

Our partners create a platform of powerful opportunities allowing for sustainable change and transformation in the lives of the women, children, and families we serve who are impacted by domestic violence, homelessness, and unemployment. Learn more and join us today! 

Blog

Sep 16, 2024 Sep 16 @ 1:01 pm

Day 6: White Supremacy & Gun Violence

White supremacy’s link to gun violence is alarming, with incidents like the Christchurch and Pittsburgh shootings highlighting this trend. Perpetrators often act out of racial hatred, using guns to target specific communities. Addressing this requires stricter gun control, better education, and improved online content monitoring.

Sep 13, 2024 Sep 16 @ 1:01 pm

Day 5: Pay Gap & Unpaid Labor

The gender pay gap is significantly influenced by unpaid caregiving, primarily done by women. This unpaid work, including child and elder care, leads to career interruptions and lower wages due to part-time work and reduced hours. Recognizing and valuing caregiving in policies is crucial to closing the pay gap.

Sep 12, 2024 Sep 16 @ 1:01 pm

Unquenchable Hope on Display

Unquenchable Hope will be on display at YWCA Spokane throughout October as part of Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM). When: October 1st – 31st, 2024 | 8am – 8pm Where: YWCA Spokane, 930 N Monroe St, Spokane A Powerful Partnership Earlier…

Events

Aug 6, 2024 Oct 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

DV 101 Training: Recognize. Respond. Refer.

October 8th, 2024 10:00am – 11:30am Join YWCA Spokane for this important free, virtual training on October 8th. Learn more about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and about YWCA Spokane’s free and confidential services. This Training…

Aug 6, 2024 Oct 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

DV 101 Training: Recognize. Respond. Refer.

Aug 26, 2024 Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting

Join YWCA Spokane and community advocates for a roundtable discussion on the realities of reporting domestic violence during Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) this October.